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29 October 2024

Cooks Coffee Company Limited

("Cooks Coffee", or the "Company" or the "Group")

Esquires Coffee Wins 'Best Ethical Coffee Enterprise' at Welsh Awards

Cooks Coffee (NZX:CCC; AQUIS:COOK) is pleased to announce that its Esquires Coffee branch in Caerphilly, Wales, has been awarded the title of "Best Ethical Coffee Enterprise" at the prestigious Welsh SME News Awards.

The award, bestowed by SME News, a UK-wide organisation supporting businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups, highlights Esquires' commitment to ethical business and sustainability, particularly exemplified by its Caerphilly café. The Esquires Caerphilly location, opened in January 2020 and operated by franchise owners Julie and John McIlhiney, has been recognised for its dedication to providing a sustainable and high-quality coffee experience.

Keith Jackson, Executive Chairman of Cooks Coffee, commented: "The McIlhineys run an excellent business and truly embody Esquires' commitment to ethical business practices and sustainability at every level. This award is a testament to that authenticity."

With over 80 Esquires Coffee locations across the UK and Ireland, Cooks Coffee is proud to maintain an international reputation for ethical, community-focused coffee and food experiences. Esquires Coffee is listed on both the AQSE Growth Market in London and the NZX in New Zealand.

Esquires Caerphilly Wales John & Julie McIlhiney with Cooks Coffee's Executive Chairman Keith Jackson.

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